Lemon Garlic Baked Fish

Lemon Garlic Baked Fish

About This Recipe

This is a simple, healthy oven-baked fish dish featuring white fish fillets (cod or tilapia) coated in a bright lemon-garlic-olive oil marinade. It takes only 10 minutes to prep and 20 minutes to bake, making it a great weeknight dinner. It's gluten-free, dairy-free, and high in protein. The lemon keeps the fish moist and fresh-tasting while the garlic and paprika add warmth and depth — no heavy sauces needed.

Tips:

  • Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
  • Choose fillets with even thickness so they cook evenly.
  • Don't overbake — fish cooks fast and dries out quickly.
  • Works great for meal prep; store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheat in the oven.
  • Serve with rice, quinoa, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables.

Recipe

Servings: 4 | Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 20 minutes | Calories: ~260 kcal per serving

Ingredients

  • 4 fish fillets, 6 oz each (170 g each) — cod or tilapia
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil (60 ml)
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced (about 12 g)
  • Juice of 2 lemons (about 6 tablespoons / 90 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Arrange the fish fillets in a single layer in a baking dish.
  3. Mix the marinade — in a bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Coat the fish — pour the lemon garlic mixture evenly over the fillets.
  5. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
  6. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)



Serving Size 200g
Calories 260
Total Fat 14g
Saturated Fat 2g
Cholesterol 65mg
Sodium 380mg
Total Carbohydrate 2g
Protein 30g

A solid, no-fuss recipe that delivers fresh, clean flavors with minimal effort!

From SoYummySoEasy.com

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